The Editors of the American Heritage Dictionaries and Thesauri are trained lexicographers with a varied array
of interests and expertise. Most of the editors hold graduate degrees and have studied at least one foreign language.
Several have degrees in linguistics or in the history of the English language. Others have degrees in science or
sometimes other disciplines. All the editors familiarize themselves with the vocabulary in specific subject areas,
collect materials on new developments and usage, and work in association with consultants to ensure that the content
of our publications is as accurate and as up-to-date as possible.
Review
"This new American Heritage is more suited to our national character than any other previous dictionary."
-- The New York Times Book Review
Random House Publishers Web Site, August, 2001
Summary
Over 70,000 entries
Thoroughly revised and updated
1,000 new words and meanings
Over 400 photographs and illustrations
Expert guidance on correct usage
Based on the bestselling American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
American Heritage® dictionaries are widely known as the most innovative and informative dictionaries in today's
market. This all-new fourth edition of the best-selling classic continues that tradition with its clear and precise
definitions, its expert usage guidance, and its wealth of illustrations. Newly updated to reflect our changing
language, this revised edition is the most up-to-date and authoritative dictionary available today.
More than a thousand new entries for such terms as e-tailer, zine, bioreserve, chatroom, red card, domestic
partner
More biographical and geographical entries than any other paperback, thoroughly updated for the new millennium
The most lavishly illustrated dictionary on the market -- with over 400 images
Expert usage guidance based on the American Heritage® Usage Panel
Regional notes from around the country
Hundreds of synonym lists, fascinating etymologies, and much more
American Heritage® Dictionaries. Setting a new standard.
